Midday Report for Friday 2 September 2016

12:35 PM.News from the rural and farming sectors. Audio

12:26 PM.Olympic shot put medallist Tom Walsh says he always felt his form was better than his bronze medal effort in Rio and his Diamond League title win proves that. Venus Williams remains on track for a… Read more Audio

12:24 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Don Lewthwaite at First NZ Capital. Audio

12:23 PM.Sydney correspondent Jim Parker reports on Australia's company earnings season. Audio

12:22 PM.Creditors of businesses that fail and go into liquidation should receive better protection under suggested law changes being considered by the government. Audio

12:20 PM.The electricity lines company, Vector, is hoping a trial of energy trading software will be well received by consumers. Chief executive of Vector, Simon Mackenzie, says the technology may not benefit… Read more Audio

12:17 PM.A booming construction sector looks to have given the economy a significant shot in the arm in the second quarter. Audio

12:00 PM.Reports of damage after this morning's earthquake, brain scanning technology is hailed as a potential crime stopper. Audio